Steven Howard
Swainsboro
Summary
Detail-oriented Forklift Operator with expertise in safety compliance, load securing, and equipment maintenance. Committed to ensuring timely deliveries while maintaining the highest safety standards.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Advanced Metal Components
Swainsboro
01.2023 - 03.2026
- Operated forklifts to transport materials safely, ensuring timely delivery within warehouse.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments efficiently, adhering to safety protocols and proper lifting techniques.
- Loaded and unloaded goods from vehicles, ensuring secure and damage-free handling.
- Conducted routine inspections on equipment, ensuring safety compliance.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts for optimal performance.
- Transported materials to correct locations while documenting inventory changes.
- Collaborated with team members to systematically organize inventory, enhancing overall warehouse efficiency.
- Followed standard work instructions accurately during picking, sorting, staging, and scanning processes.
- Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.
Truck Driver
Nelson Claxton Trucking
Wrightsville
02.2018 - 12.2022
- Transported goods to specified destinations, adhering to delivery schedules and traffic laws.
- Executed safety protocols for hazardous materials transportation to ensure compliance and safety.
- Inspected truck for mechanical issues and safety compliance before and after trips.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections to ensure safe operation on roadways.
- Managed personal driving time according to hours of service regulations.
- Coordinated with dispatchers on pickup and delivery times to enhance operational efficiency.
- Developed strong relationships with customers through effective communication and active listening skills.
Construction Worker
Handi House
Swainsboro
05.2014 - 02.2018
- Operated heavy machinery for various construction tasks, ensuring project progress and safety.
- Performed carpentry tasks, including wall construction and door installation, contributing to overall project completion.
- Utilized power tools such as saws and drills for various projects.
- Collaborated with team members to improve project workflow and maintain safety standards.
- Trained new workers on safety protocols and construction techniques.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on all tools to guarantee functionality.
- Measured distances accurately using tape measures and laser devices.
OTR Truck Driver
United Transportation Inc.
Wrightsville
08.2002 - 04.2014
- Operated heavy-duty trucks across diverse routes nationwide.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Coordinated delivery schedules to ensure compliance with local and federal regulations.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding route changes and delays.
- Loaded and secured cargo for safe transportation during trips.
- Communicated delivery times and potential delays to customers, enhancing service experience.
- Maintained accurate logs of working hours using electronic on-board recorder systems.
- Complied with all applicable laws and regulations governing the transportation industry.
- Documented and maintained daily logs, expense reports, trip reports and inspection reports.
- Inspected the vehicle daily to make sure all parts were properly functioning.
- Practiced safe, courteous and defensive driving to avoid causing accidents and to maintain positive public image toward company named on truck.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Kept vehicles in good operating condition with thorough inspections and basic maintenance.
- Interacted regularly with dispatchers to receive instructions about deliveries or pick-ups.
- Planned routes using personal knowledge and GPS mapping software to optimize strategies.
- Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
- Coordinated shipping papers, customer documents, and daily logs to maintain accurate records.
- Charted upcoming routes using both GPS technology and maps.
- Performed thorough truck cleaning, oil and water changes and tire pressure checks and arranged for service required.
- Mastered trucking regulations, traffic laws and trucking standards, resulting in safe, on-time deliveries and satisfied customers.
- Reported vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles immediately upon occurrence.
- Addressed customer complaints regarding services and deliveries promptly to maintain satisfaction.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - commercial driver's license
Commercial Driver Training
Augusta, GASome College (No Degree) - Residential/Commercial Wiring
Swainsboro Technical College
Swainsboro, GASkills
- Forklift operation
- Load securing
- Safety compliance
- Vehicle inspection
- Equipment maintenance
- Load planning
- Inventory management
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Advanced Metal Components
01.2023 - 03.2026
Truck Driver
Nelson Claxton Trucking
02.2018 - 12.2022
Construction Worker
Handi House
05.2014 - 02.2018
OTR Truck Driver
United Transportation Inc.
08.2002 - 04.2014
Some College (No Degree) - commercial driver's license
Commercial Driver Training
Some College (No Degree) - Residential/Commercial Wiring
Swainsboro Technical College